rectangular wooden trays hand painted with fish painting
rectangular wooden trays hand painted with fish painting
rectangular wooden trays hand painted with fish painting
rectangular wooden trays hand painted with fish painting
rectangular wooden trays hand painted with fish, lotus and bird paintings

Alokya

Reva - Wooden Tray

Rs. 2,400.00 Rs. 1,499.00

The wooden trays are handcrafted by local woodworkers using native Mahogany Wood and individually hand painted with Pattachitra motif by Patuas or Pattachitra artists, giving your personal space an artistic touch. 

Gossip over a warm cup of tea or sweet desserts or give your loved ones a blend of art and culture as a gift, these artisanal wooden trays will always be your companion without compromising your eco-conscious choices.

Size: Large

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Story Behind Motif

Originating from Sanskrit language, the term Reva translates to “one who moves” in English mirroring the movements of fishes underwater.

In Hinduism, fishes are linked with God Vishnu, protector of the universe. However, fishes in Pattachitra paintings are plucked from a beautiful fish wedding story that Patuas sing about.

Product Specifications

  • Material: Mahogany Wood 
  • Dimension (Small): 30cm X 16cm
  • Dimension (Large): 37cm X 18cm
  • Shape: Rectangle
  • Craft From: Woodwork of Matelli, West Bengal
  • Art Form: Pattachitra Folk Art from West Bengal, India

Handle with care

As home decor or to serve tea and snacks to guests, wood trays can be used in several ways. Follow these care tips to ensure a long life for your wooden trays

  • Clean wood trays with mild soap and a soft cloth or sponge to avoid any scratches
  • Keep trays away from direct sunlight and always air them
  • Store the trays in a dry and cool place
  • Never put it in a dishwasher

Pattachitra

Indigenous to the eastern Indian states of West Bengal and Odisha, the folk art form of Pattachitra is a reflection of India’s glorious past.

The artists - who are called Patuas - have immortalised religious, mythical, and folklore instances in scrolls of fabric.

They use bright bold natural colours and a distinctive art style that is rooted in rural tradition. In a traditional performance, the Patuas unfurl the scroll as they sing their Pater Gaan and mesmerise the audience as they transport them to a land of myth and legends.

Disclaimer

Our products are individually handcrafted and hand-painted. Therefore, they might not be identical as they are not mass-produced.

The differences in them are not flaws; but evidence that dedicated people have worked on your product with utmost love, care, and sincerity.